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Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
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Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is a comforting, restaurant-quality meal made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs simmer in a flavorful blend of sautéed garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, creamy sauce with Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs, finished with baby spinach. Perfect for busy days, it offers rich, cozy textures with minimal hands-on time and can be served over pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Mince the garlic, chop the sun-dried tomatoes if needed, and measure out the cream and chicken broth to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook briefly to release their flavors.
  3. Layer Ingredients in the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the crockpot. Pour the sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken. Add chicken broth and sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  4. Add Cream, Cheese, and Spinach: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan, and baby spinach. Cover again and allow the spinach to wilt and the sauce to thicken into a creamy consistency.
  5. Finish and Serve: When the sauce is thick and creamy, sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top. Optionally, shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks for a pulled-chicken style serving. Serve hot with your choice of pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and herbs for the best flavor.
  • Don’t skip sautéing garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to unlock richer sauce aromas.
  • Bone-in chicken can add moisture but boneless cooks faster and shreds easier.
  • Add cream and cheese late in cooking to prevent curdling and keep the sauce silky.
  • If the sauce is too thin, cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to thicken it.

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